Familial combined hyperlipidemia
Familial combined hyperlipidemia, also known as mixed hyperlipidemia, is a form of hyperlipidemia that is passed down from parents or grandparents to children. It results in high levels of triglycerides and cholesterol. According to studies, people with this condition usually develop high levels of triglycerides or cholesterol in their teens and get a diagnosis in their 20s or 30s. This condition also makes you more susceptible to heart attack and early coronary artery disease.
Familial combined hyperlipidemia may lead to various symptoms of cardiovascular disease early in life, including:
- Chest pain at a young age
- Heart attack [1] at a young age
- Cramping in the calves while walking
- Sores on the toes that don’t heal properly
- Stroke [2] symptoms, such as weakness in the extremities, trouble speaking, or drooping on one side of the face.